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    Fish Sawmill Lake On A Private 4-Hour Fly Tour

    Float tube fly fish Sawmill Lake with a private guide at Northstar

    4.9 stars• 169 reviews
    From$689incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    4 Hours

    Includes

    Rod & reel, waders, float tube

    Highlights

    Explore Sawmill Lake on a private, guided half-day fly fishing trip in float tubes. Fish a secluded high-mountain reservoir with catch-and-release, fly-fishing-only rules.

    • Meet your guide at Sawmill Lake at Northstar Resort in Truckee
    • Float tube or stalk the shoreline for cruising fish
    • Practice fly fishing with dry flies and occasional nymphs or streamers
    • Fish a lake reserved for catch-and-release fly fishing only
    • Choose a custom start time when available

    What's Included

    • Fly rod and reel
    • Wading boots and waders
    • Float tube and fins
    • Flies and leader
    • Cold drinks

    Things to know

    Ages 12 and up, and you must know how to swim. A California fishing license is required for each angler (extra cost; one-day license is $16.46). Guide gratuities are not included.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel 7 days or more before your trip for a 100% refund. Cancel within 7–3 days for a 50% charge of guide rates. Cancel within 72 hours: no refund or transfer; full guide rates charged.

    FAQs

    You must be age 12 or older and you must know how to swim.

    Yes. Each angler needs a California fishing license. This is an extra cost. A one-day license is listed as $16.46.

    No. Guide tips/gratuities are not included.

    Meeting details

    Sawmill Lake - Northstar Resort, Truckee, CA

    Experience provided by Tahoe Fly Fishing Outfitters
    Experience provided by Tahoe Fly Fishing Outfitters

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    One Angler | One Guide

    $689

    All ages

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    Two Anglers | One Guide

    $689

    All ages

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    169 reviews•Google Maps

    The guides here consistently earn glowing praise, with Joel, Bobby, Jasper, and Taylor all mentioned by name for their patience, expertise, and genuine enthusiasm. Reviewers highlight how these guides work hard to put clients on fish, often leading to impressive catches including 17-20 inch trout in beautiful, uncrowded locations like the Carson and Truckee Rivers. What stands out is their ability to tailor experiences to different skill levels—complete beginners report gaining real confidence, while more experienced anglers appreciate the detailed local knowledge about flies and fishing spots. The shop itself gets kudos for knowledgeable staff who freely share advice about gear, water conditions, and where to fish. Several reviewers mention stopping in just for recommendations and leaving with helpful guidance. The retail side seems well-stocked with quality gear like Orvis rods. One visitor did note the shop runs a bit small, and there was a minor complaint about closing early on a Saturday, but these seem like isolated issues in an otherwise stellar operation that's clearly beloved by locals and visitors alike.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    great day with Jacob. Hopefully do it again soon

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    ezviktor

    October 12, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    great day with Jacob. Hopefully do it again soon

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    ezviktor

    October 12, 2025

    Great for groups

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